Grandparenting (Page 5 of 10)

10 Things Your Adult Children Wish You’d Say to Your Grandkids

Now that I’m a grandmother, I want to follow her example and bless my adult children by the way I interact with my grandchildren. I know from my grandmother’s example that the words I say are important.

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10 Best Christmas Movies for Seniors to Watch with Grandchildren

Get ready to jingle all the way with this magical lineup of films that effortlessly bridge the generation gap between seniors and grandchildren.

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10 Ways Grandparents Can Help Their Grandchildren Be Thankful This Thanksgiving

As grandparents, you have a golden opportunity to influence your grandkids. Here are some ways to teach them the importance of being thankful.


Why Doesn’t My Grandchild Want to Hug Me?

Your grandchildren have just arrived for a family gathering. They burst through the door, a whirlwind of giggles and excitement. With arms wide open, you eagerly step forward, ready to shower them with hugs and kisses. But something unexpected happens. Your youngest grandchild hesitates, taking a step back.

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9 Best Places to Volunteer with Your Grandchildren

If you’re looking for ideas about where to volunteer with your grandkids, we’ve got your back. Here are 9 just for you!

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11 Ways First-Time Grandparents Can Prepare Their Hearts for Their New Role

Finding out your child and their spouse are having a baby is exciting news. Chances are, you’ve been waiting for this moment for a while. It’s easy and normal to dream about all the time you will spend with them and what you want to do with them. It’s like your heart is full before they even arrive. However, as excited as you are for your first grandchild and as happy as your kids will be for your help, there are some things you need to do ahead of time. Here are some tips for preparing your lives and your hearts for ‌your first grandchild.

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19 Must-Have Educational Gifts for Grandchildren That Inspire Learning

From toys to subscription boxes to classes to personal wisdom, you’re bound to find something on this list that will pique your grandchild’s curiosity!


10 Things All Grandparents Need to Hear

What are some of the things grandparents need to hear on a regular basis? Let’s explore.


12 Meaningful Ways to Pray with Your Grandchildren

While we made plenty of mistakes, here’s what I’ve learned over the years about how to pray (and not to pray) with grandchildren.


15 Tips for New Grandparents

One of the most significant milestones in your life is becoming a grandparent. That new grandchild will change your life and give you glimpses of God in every smile.

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10 Practical Ways Grandparents Can Bless New Parents

We have a beautiful opportunity to come alongside our children as they raise their own children, but sometimes we don’t always know the best way to help.

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23 Unique Arts and Crafts Gifts to Spark Your Grandchild’s Creativity

Do your grandkids like to do arts and crafts? Here are 23 unique gift ideas to spark their creativity!


7 Surprising Conflicts Grandparents Face and How to Tackle Them

While grandparenting is super fun and easygoing the majority of the time, sometimes, unexpected conflicts arise. The important thing to remember is, most conflicts can be handled calmly and confidently.


How to Show Your Faraway Grandkids They Are Equally Loved

What can we do to make sure out-of-town grandchildren feel as valued as their in-town cousins?


23 Best Personalized Gifts for Grandchildren

Being a grandparent brings endless opportunities to create memories with your grandchildren. One of the best and easiest ways to show them how special they are is through personalized gifts. Here are 23 personalized gift ideas that celebrate your grandchildren’s individuality while making them feel truly loved.

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